Bhigwan- Where Wetlands Com
Two nights. Three days. Thousands of wings. One unforgettable wetland experience.
Bhigwan is where open skies meet shimmering waters, grasslands stretch into the horizon, and migratory birds arrive in spectacular numbers.
This EcoLenz journey is designed for bird lovers and photographers who want to slow down, observe, and create meaningful images in one of Maharashtra’s most rewarding wetland landscapes.
This is not just about ticking birds off a checklist.
It is about watching a flamingo take flight at sunrise, capturing a raptor scanning the wetlands, seeing hundreds of birds move together, and learning to read the rhythm of the water.
Come for the birds. Stay for the stillness. Leave with a new way of seeing.
Upcoming Journeys
Bhigwan- Where Wetlands Com
Customize Your JourneyItinerary
Day 2
Early morning boat safari & birding
Packed breakfast during the morning session
Return to hotel
Lunch at hotel
Afternoon birding & photography session
Explore surrounding wetlands and grasslands
Dinner at hotel
Day 3
Early morning boat safari & birding
Packed breakfast
Check-out & departure to Pune
A compact 2N3D journey designed around Bhigwan's wetlands, migratory birds, raptors and immersive bird photography.
What’s included
- Accommodation (twin-sharing)
- All meals during the stay
- Jeep safaris and local transfers
- Experienced naturalist guidance
- Transfers to and from Ahmedabad
What is not included
- Personal expenses
- Optional add-ons
Species Information
15 Birds of Bhigwan
Greater Flamingo — Phoenicopterus roseus
Lesser Flamingo — Phoeniconaias minor
Painted Stork — Mycteria leucocephala
Bar-headed Goose — Anser indicus
Eurasian Spoonbill — Platalea leucorodia
Northern Shoveler — Spatula clypeata
Black-winged Stilt — Himantopus himantopus
Demoiselle Crane — Anthropoides virgo
Glossy Ibis — Plegadis falcinellus
Grey Heron — Ardea cinerea
Little Egret — Egretta garzetta
River Tern — Sterna aurantia
Purple Swamphen — Porphyrio poliocephalus
Green Bee-eater — Merops orientalis
Common Kingfisher — Alcedo atthis
10 Mammals Around Bhigwan
Indian Grey Wolf — Canis lupus pallipes
Striped Hyena — Hyaena hyaena
Indian Fox — Vulpes bengalensis
Golden Jackal — Canis aureus
Chinkara / Indian Gazelle — Gazella bennettii
Wild Boar — Sus scrofa
Indian Crested Porcupine — Hystrix indica
Black-naped Hare — Lepus nigricollis
Indian Grey Mongoose — Urva edwardsii
Five-striped Palm Squirrel — Funambulus pennantii
Raptors & Birds of Prey
Osprey — Pandion haliaetus
Greater Spotted Eagle — Clanga clanga
Indian Spotted Eagle — Clanga hastata
Steppe Eagle — Aquila nipalensis
Tawny Eagle — Aquila rapax
Bonelli’s Eagle — Aquila fasciata
Short-toed Snake Eagle — Circaetus gallicus
Montagu’s Harrier — Circus pygargus
Pallid Harrier — Circus macrourus
Western Marsh Harrier — Circus aeruginosus
Common Kestrel — Falco tinnunculus
Red-necked Falcon — Falco chicquera
White-eyed Buzzard — Butastur teesa
Black Kite — Milvus migrans
Brahminy Kite — Haliastur indus
Other Wildlife
Reptiles
Indian Rock Python
Indian Rat Snake
Spectacled Cobra
Common Indian Monitor
Indian Flapshell Turtle
Amphibians
Indian Bullfrog
Asian Common Toad
Skittering Frog
Aquatic Life
Freshwater fish
Crabs
Freshwater molluscs
Aquatic insects
Dragonflies and damselflies
Frequently asked questions
2. What kind of wildlife can I expect to see in Bhigwan?
Bhigwan is a wetland hotspot for birds like Greater and Lesser Flamingos, Painted Storks, and Bar-headed Geese, along with raptors such as Osprey, Steppe Eagle, and Short-toed Snake Eagle. The surrounding grasslands are also home to mammals like the Indian Grey Wolf, Striped Hyena, and Chinkara, plus reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic life in the wetland itself.
3. What does a typical day on the trip look like?
Days are built around early-morning boat safaris and birding sessions (with a packed breakfast on the water), a midday break back at the hotel for lunch, and an afternoon session exploring the wetlands or grasslands before dinner — giving you two dedicated shooting windows a day.
4. Do I need to be an experienced photographer to join?
The page doesn't state a skill requirement, but it's framed for "bird lovers and photographers" who want to slow down and learn to read the wetland's rhythm — suggesting it suits both beginners and experienced photographers, with a naturalist guiding sightings and technique.
5. When are the upcoming departure dates, and how do I book?
Batches run roughly monthly from October through March (e.g., 2–4 Oct, 16–18 Oct, 13–15 Nov 2026, and on through Mar 2026), each 2N/3D. You can enquire or book via the "Enquire Now" link/WhatsApp or the site's enquiry form.
Every session brings something different.
Sometimes it is a perfect portrait.
Sometimes it is a dramatic take-off.
And sometimes, it is simply sitting quietly and watching the wetland come alive.
Join EcoLenz. Beyond the horizon. Find yourself in nature.